The Dimmer Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Dimmer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tacoma, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $305,280 in 82 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$305,280
- Number of grants82
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$18.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $721,119 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $721,119 | 88 | $15.7 million |
| 2024 | $305,280 | 82 | $18.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Diane C Dimmer 950 Pacific Avenue Suite 710, Tacoma, WA 98402 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (253) 572-4607 |
| What to submit | See attachment |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Dimmer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 70 | $235,848 |
| Oregon | 4 | $50,100 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,565 |
| New York | 1 | $2,017 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon | General | $25,000 |
| Lewis & Clark Law School | General | $15,000 |
| Greentrike | General | $13,830 |
| Mary Bridge Children's Foundation | General | $10,100 |
| Boys and Girls Club of South Puget Sound | General | $10,000 |
| College Success Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Coe | General | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties | General | $9,200 |
| Humane Society of Pierce County | General | $6,000 |
| Rotary Club of Tacoma #8 | General | $5,900 |
| Goodwill | General | $5,768 |
| ALS Northwest | General | $5,100 |
| Army Emergeny Relief | General | $5,000 |
| Associated Ministries Tacoma | General | $5,000 |
| Emergency Food Network | General | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Children | General | $5,000 |
| Kindred Souls Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Tacoma City Ballet | General | $5,000 |
| Veteran Golfers Association | General | $5,000 |
| Washington State Historical Society | General | $5,000 |
| Wear Blue Run to Remember | General | $5,000 |
| Tacoma Art Museum | General | $4,500 |
| Bryant Neighborhood Center | General | $4,000 |
| South Sound Outreach | General | $4,000 |
| Amara | General | $3,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General | $3,500 |
| Lindquist Dental Clinic for Children | General | $3,500 |
| Museum of Glass | General | $3,500 |
| Palmer Scholars | General | $3,500 |
| Rebuilding Together South Sound | General | $3,500 |
| Arthritis Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| Tacoma Community House | General | $3,000 |
| The First Tee of South Puget Sound | General | $3,000 |
| Trinity Neighborhood Health Clinic | General | $3,000 |
| WCN Cares | General | $2,565 |
| Nwylcwspd | General | $2,550 |
| Carol Milgard Breast Center Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Foss Waterway Seaport | General | $2,500 |
| Friends of Alvgc Tourney 2024 | General | $2,500 |
| Girl Scouts of Western Washington | General | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane C Dimmer
- John B Dimmer
- Carolyn Dimmer
Questions people ask
Does The Dimmer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Dimmer Family Foundation give?
$305,280 in tax year 2024, across 82 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Dimmer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Diane C Dimmer (Executive Director), John B Dimmer (President & Treasurer) and Carolyn Dimmer (Vice-President).
What does The Dimmer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.